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Beef with Thyme and Oregano Butter

From the kitchen of Martin James ? Copenhagen, Denmark

1kg (2 pound) piece rump steak
1 tablespoon olive oil
Freshly cracked black peppercorns
Salt

Thyme and Oregano Butter
100g (4 ounces) soft butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 small clove garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Cut steak into 6 pieces. Brush each steak with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Barbecue, pan-fry or grill steaks until cooked as desired. Serve with slices of thyme and oregano butter.

Thyme and Oregano Butter: Beat all ingredients in small bowl with electric mixer or wooden spoon until well combined. Spoon mixture onto a sheet of grease-proof paper in a rough log shape. Fold one side of the paper over roll, then, with a ruler, push against the butter so that the mixture forms a smooth log. Roll the butter in the grease-proof paper, refrigerate.

Serves 6.

Thyme and Oregano Butter can be made a day ahead.

Storage: Covered in refrigerator; Microwave: Not suitable; Freeze: Butter suitable.

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